Using plants as food for animals Agricultural Science Primary 1 First Term Lesson Notes Week 3
Lesson Plan
Subject: Agricultural Science
Class: Primary 1
Term: First Term
Week: Week 3
Age: 6 years
Topic: Using Plants as Food for Animals
Sub-topic: Types of Plants Eaten by Animals
Duration: 40 minutes
Behavioural Objectives:
By the end of the lesson, pupils should be able to:
- Identify at least three types of plants eaten by animals.
- Explain why animals need plants for food.
- Mention some animals and the plants they eat.
Key Words:
- Edible
- Animal
- Grass
- Leaves
- Plants
Set Induction:
The teacher shows pictures of animals eating plants, such as cows eating grass and rabbits eating carrots, and asks the pupils what they see in the pictures.
Entry Behaviour:
Pupils are familiar with some animals and the basic idea that animals need food.
Learning Resources and Materials:
- Pictures of animals eating plants
- Real samples of plants like grass and leaves (if available)
- Flashcards
- Drawing paper and crayons
Building Background/Connection to Prior Knowledge:
The teacher asks the pupils about their pets or animals they have seen and discusses what these animals eat.
Embedded Core Skills:
- Observation
- Identification
- Description
- Drawing
Learning Materials:
- Pictures
- Real plant samples
- Flashcards
Reference Books:
- Lagos State Scheme of Work
- Primary 1 Agricultural Science Textbook
Instructional Materials:
- Pictures of cows, rabbits, and goats eating plants
- Actual plant samples (if possible)
- Flashcards with plant names
Content:
- Types of Plants Eaten by Animals:
- Grass: Eaten by cows, goats, and sheep.
- Leaves: Eaten by rabbits and giraffes.
- Fruits and Vegetables: Eaten by monkeys and guinea pigs.
- Importance of Plants for Animals:
- Provide essential nutrients for growth and health.
- Source of energy for daily activities.
- Help in digestion and overall well-being.
- Examples of Animals and Their Plant Foods:
- Cow: Eats grass and hay.
- Rabbit: Eats leaves and carrots.
- Monkey: Eats fruits like bananas and berries.
Fill-in-the-Blank Questions:
- Cows like to eat ____.
- a) Meat
- b) Grass
- c) Fish
- d) Bread
- Rabbits eat ____ and carrots.
- a) Leaves
- b) Meat
- c) Cheese
- d) Rice
- Monkeys enjoy eating ____.
- a) Meat
- b) Fruits
- c) Fish
- d) Bread
- Goats usually eat ____.
- a) Grass
- b) Fish
- c) Cheese
- d) Bread
- Leaves are eaten by ____.
- a) Lions
- b) Rabbits
- c) Dogs
- d) Fish
- Grass is a common food for ____.
- a) Fish
- b) Cows
- c) Lions
- d) Cats
- Bananas are a type of ____ eaten by monkeys.
- a) Meat
- b) Grain
- c) Fruit
- d) Bread
- Animals need plants for ____.
- a) Playing
- b) Sleeping
- c) Food
- d) Fighting
- Fruits and vegetables are eaten by ____.
- a) Monkeys
- b) Sharks
- c) Eagles
- d) Tigers
- Sheep eat ____.
- a) Fish
- b) Grass
- c) Meat
- d) Cheese
FAQs:
- What is an edible plant for animals?
- A plant that animals can eat.
- What do cows eat?
- Cows eat grass.
- What do rabbits eat?
- Rabbits eat leaves and carrots.
- What do monkeys eat?
- Monkeys eat fruits like bananas.
- Why do animals need plants?
- Animals need plants for nutrients and energy.
- Can goats eat fish?
- No, goats eat grass.
- Do lions eat plants?
- No, lions eat meat.
- What do giraffes eat?
- Giraffes eat leaves.
- Do sheep eat cheese?
- No, sheep eat grass.
- Why are plants important for animals?
- Plants provide food and nutrients for animals.
Presentation:
Step 1:
- The teacher revises the previous topic, which was “Using Plants as Food for Humans”.
Step 2:
- The teacher introduces the new topic by showing pictures of different animals eating plants and naming the plants.
Step 3:
- The teacher allows the pupils to discuss the animals they know and what these animals eat. The teacher corrects any mistakes.
Teacher’s Activities:
- Show pictures and real plant samples.
- Explain the types of plants eaten by animals.
- Ask questions to engage pupils.
Learners’ Activities:
- Observe pictures and real plant samples.
- Answer questions.
- Identify plant types.
Assessment:
- Pupils will draw an animal and the plant it eats.
- Pupils will complete fill-in-the-blank questions.
Evaluation Questions:
- What do cows eat?
- Name a plant that rabbits eat.
- What do monkeys eat?
- Why do animals need plants?
- What do goats eat?
- Name a plant that giraffes eat.
- Do lions eat plants?
- Why are plants important for animals?
- What do sheep eat?
- What is an example of a fruit that animals eat?
Conclusion:
- The teacher goes around to mark the pupils’ work and provides feedback.